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The table below gives some characteristics of element Y.

Characteristics of element Y Values
Mass number 11
Number of neutrons in a single atom 6
Average atomic mass (grams/mole) 10.81

What is the identity of element Y?

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danielstevens

Answer:

Boron B

Explanation:

According to the periodic table, Boron is the element with atomic mass of approximately 11 [i.e 10.81]

To calculate Neutrons

Neutrons = Mass number - Protons

Number of protons in Boron is same as atomic number which is 5

Thus, N = 11 - 5 = 6